Pick Up Some Information on the Mountain Plover

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Pick Up Some Information on the Mountain Plover

The Mountain Plover is a small bird native to the Western Great Plains. These birds are considered to be “endemic” to the area, since they’re not found anywhere else. They’re one of the 12 species considered endemic to this habitat, joined by birds such as the Greater Sage Grouse. The territory of the Western Great Plains spreads from Canada down through Mexico. The Mountain Plover congregates around the Rockies and the Great Plains and then spends the winters in California, Arizona, Texas, and Mexico. While these birds have a wide range, they are not nearly as abundant as they once were.

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Some Facts on Sloths

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Some Facts on Sloths

To most people, sloths are easily identifiable creatures. Many people find them endearing due to their slow nature and vulnerability. Unfortunately, even with sloths’ popularity, they are not immune to being threatened by a variety of problems. There are various types of sloths, such as two-toed or three-toed sloths. While these sloths have physical differences as their names imply, there are also other slight differences between them, such as what their diets consist of. Learn more about these fascinating creatures and what you can do to help them continue to survive.

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Learn More About the Arctic Fox

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Learn More About the Arctic Fox

The Arctic fox is an incredible creature that many people have heard of, but few know much more than its name and that it lives in colder climates. The Arctic fox is related to the red fox, which is the familiar species of fox most people think of when they hear that name. Interestingly enough, the territory of some red foxes and Arctic foxes actually overlap, though it’s much more common for the red fox to be found further south. Keep reading to learn more about the lesser known Arctic fox.

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The Journey of the Monarch Butterfly

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The Journey of the Monarch Butterfly

Butterflies are some of the most stunning creatures on this planet. Monarch butterflies in particular are considered especially beautiful, hence the name “monarch,” implying that they’re a type of royalty. From their caterpillar stage to when they become fully-fledged butterflies, monarchs are pretty awesome. No matter who you are, you can appreciate the beauty and incredible feat that is a butterfly.

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What Do You Know About Whales?

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What Do You Know About Whales?

Whales are some of the largest creatures on this planet. Since they spend their lives in the ocean, it can be challenging to actually ever see one in the wild, unless you live in a place near water that they travel through or you go out in a boat. It’s certainly worth it to take a trip somewhere to try to see whales; they’re truly majestic creatures and are actually very gentle, even with their huge size. Read on to learn more about whales and see how fascinating they are!

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Facts and History of the Polar Bear

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Facts and History of the Polar Bear

Polar bears are the largest carnivorous land animals and can be found in the Arctic Circle. They sit at the top of their food chain and help provide remains of animals, primarily seals, as food sources to other animals. Even though they live on land, they’re also considered marine mammals since they spend a large portion of their lives on the ice and swimming in the Arctic Circle, hunting for food. Here are some more great facts about the polar bear; learn as much as you can and how to help them since they’re considered a vulnerable species.

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How to Teach Your Kids About Endangered Species

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How to Teach Your Kids About Endangered Species

As the world struggles with plenty environmental problems, it’s more important than ever before to educate our children about the importance of helping solve these issues, like endangered species. Children are the scientists and conservationists of tomorrow, so it’ll soon be up to them to find solutions. Starting as soon as possible, begin educating your child about endangered species and ways they can help them. The more informed your child is, the more conscientious they can be of their impact on the world around them and how they can help improve environmental issues. Here are some ideas for teaching your kids about endangered species, in ways that children will respond well to.

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